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Siemens has completed work on a 200 kWp solar farm located at the University of York’s new Institute for Safe Autonomy. Image: Siemens. Siemens has completed a solar farm that is part of a £1.5 million project to improve the University of York’s research capabilities. The project, which will generate 200 kWp for the University of York’s new Institute for Safe Autonomy, aims to increase the university’s research capabilities in developing and testing robots and other autonomous systems for inspecting and maintaining solar panels. The purpose-built Institute for Safe Autonomy provides collaborative work and testing spaces for more than 100…

Improving access to solar energy in underserved communities in Southern California The Clean Power Alliance of Southern California has released its quarterly report highlighting progress in its Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff and Community Solar Green Tariff programs. These initiatives aim to extend the benefits of renewable energy to low-income and underserved areas, supporting California’s goals for social equity and environmental sustainability. While no new projects started this quarter, existing programs continue to deliver clean, lower-cost energy to countless households, supported by allocated capacities of 12.19 MW for the Green Tariff for Underserved Communities and 3.37 MW for the Green Community…

A 4.4 MW solar project with 5B modular PV technology has started in Australia. The project includes 2 MW/1 MWh battery storage systems from British supplier Aggreko. May 8, 2024 pv magazine Aggreko, a UK specialist in mobile energy solutions, has commissioned a new 4.4 MW solar project to supply renewable energy to Northern Star Resources’ Porphyry gold mine in Australia, under a long-term agreement for the purchase of energy (PPA).The Porphyry project features Australian modular solar manufacturer 5B’s deployable Maverick technology and two Aggreko Y.Cube battery energy storage systems totaling 2 MW/1 MWh.The Maverick system is a ground-mounted solar…

The 5.6 MWh BESS will store excess energy generated on site with solar panels. Image: GRAHAM. Engineering consultancy GRAHAM has successfully installed a state-of-the-art battery energy storage system (BESS) at Dunmore Point Water Treatment Works (WTW) on behalf of long-standing customer Northern Ireland Water (NI Water). The 5.6 MWh BESS will store the excess energy generated on site with approximately 24,000 solar panels. During periods of low customer demand, NI Water will store this renewable energy for later use during peak times. As a result, the company will be able to power its operations and keep water flowing at a…

The Lao government has signed an agreement with a private company to launch a forest carbon credit initiative in an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from forest destruction and degradation. Representatives of the Lao government and AIDC attend the signing ceremony of the agreement on May 8, 2024. (Photo: thestar.com.my) Vientiane (VNA) – The Lao government has signed an agreement with a private company to launch a forest carbon credit initiative in an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from forest destruction and forest degradation. According to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation between the Lao Ministry of…

The Chinese module manufacturer said the new efficiency record was confirmed by the German Institute for Solar Energy Research (ISFH). May 8, 2024 Emiliano Bellini Chinese solar panel manufacturer Longi has achieved an energy conversion efficiency of 27.30% for an HBC solar cell. The German Institute for Solar Energy Research (ISFH) has confirmed the result.The new efficiency record beats the previous world record of 27.09%, which was also set by Longi at the end of last year.At the time, Longi said the result was made possible by a new laser graphics process that costs less than conventional, expensive photolithography processes.“This…

BSES Rajdhani Power’s new 20 MW/40 MWh project is India’s first standalone utility-scale battery energy storage system to receive regulatory approval under Section 63 of the Indian Electricity Act, 2003. The project is supported by a concessional loan from the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP). May 8, 2024 Uma GuptaBy pv magazine IndiaThe Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has approved India’s first commercial standalone battery energy storage system (BESS). The project is being developed by BSES Rajdhani Power (BRPL) in collaboration with IndiGrid and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet’s (GEAPP). It is supported by…

Powin has announced its new multi-cell hardware platform, the Powin Pod, designed for utility-scale projects. “We continually challenge ourselves to improve our products and services to ensure we continually deliver nothing less than excellence to both new and existing customers,” said Jeff Waters, CEO of Powin. “This next-generation product development demonstrates our commitment to bringing the safest and highest quality energy storage solutions to market, moving the entire industry forward.” The new Pod platform is part of a fully integrated Powin energy storage solution: StackOS software, system design, delivery and long-term service. Powin’s proprietary battery management system and power management…

The portfolio consists of solar, wind and hydropower. Image: UKPN. UK Power Networks Services (UKPNS) has acquired UU Solar, securing a 70-asset solar, wind and hydro portfolio from SDCL Energy Efficiency Income Trust (SEEIT). UKPNS, the commercial arm of the distribution network operator UK energy networks, the deal was unveiled today (May 7). The organization secured the 68.7MW portfolio in a £90.8m deal. The portfolio is spread across 70 locations in the North West of England and consists mainly of solar assets. In terms of total generation, solar energy represents 90%, wind energy 9% and hydropower 1%. The agreed price…

Solar panels are often tilted to a storage position to prevent wind damage to utility-scale assets. Array Technologies introduced a passive storage strategy that reportedly prevents unnecessary production losses. May 8, 2024 Ryan KennedyBy pv magazine USADuring heavy winds, utility-scale solar installations are often automatically tilted into the stowed position to prevent damage and downtime due to repairs. High winds can cause solar panels to vibrate and rotate, which can lead to micro-cracks, twisting or breaking of the panels. However, storing solar trackers can lead to production loss, because they do not follow the sun in an active storage system.…